Jessica Smith

About

Former Paralympian swimmer, motivational speaker and book author best known for her works talking about body positivity and disability acceptance. She also works as an Ambassador for the COVVI Science, Technology & Engineering company. In 2023, she was given the 'Medal of the Order of Australia' award, which is Australia's highest individual honor.

Before Fame

As a teenager, was selected to race for the 2004 Australian Paralympic team. She later attended the University of Wollongong, Australia. 

Trivia

She was featured in Time Magazine's August 2023 edition talking about equal rights for people living with disabilities. 

Family Life

She lives along with her husband and their three children in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. She is a native of Melbourne, Australia.

Associated With

While at Dubai's Museum of the Future, she posted a photo on Instagram account posing alongside Novak Djokovic.